Asus Adaptec 2025 ZCR - Manual (Page 28)

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Introduction
Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is a natural by-product of human
activity. ESD is produced by materials that accumulate and retain
electrical charges which are transferred to people or other objects
upon contact.
Caution: ESD can damage electronic components when they
are improperly handled and can result in total or intermittent
failures. Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when
removing and replacing components.
To prevent ESD damage:
■ Use an ESD wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes skin
contact. Connect the equipment end of the strap to an
unpainted metal surface on the chassis. If a wrist strap is not
available, ground yourself by touching the metal chassis before
handling the controller or any other part of the computer.
■ Avoid touching the controller against your clothing. The wrist
strap protects components from ESD voltages present on the
body only. ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
■ Handle your controller by its bracket or edges only. Avoid
touching the printed circuit board or the connectors.
■ When you need to put your controller down, use an antistatic
surface such as the bag supplied in your kit.
■ If you plan to return the controller to Adaptec, put it back in its
antistatic bag immediately.
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